Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Boston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Boston

With a population of 35,859, Boston is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boston to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Boston

Boston in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boston in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Boston

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 55 miles from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Aberdeen and takes around 5h 45m.

Train

Located 7 miles from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 102 miles from Boston. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 55 miles from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Aberdeen and takes around 5h 45m.

Train

Located 7 miles from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 102 miles from Boston. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Airports near Boston

NWINorwich Arpt
BHXBirmingham
EMANottingham East Midlands

Airlines serving Boston

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (279 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,188 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (639 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (174 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Boston

Most booked hotels in Boston

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The White Hart Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Quayside Hotel & Bar
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Boston West Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Supreme Inn Boston
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£34+
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The New England Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
£42+
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Hiring a car in Boston

Hiring a car in Boston costs £44 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.32 and £21.76. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Boston costs £44 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.32 and £21.76. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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